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29 March 2021Big PharmaRory O'Neill

WHO urges vigilance against fake COVID-19 vaccines

The  World Health Organization (WHO) has warned the public of the danger of counterfeit COVID-19 vaccines and urged people not to procure jabs outside of government channels.

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